Olsen Medical: Medical Device Recall in 2018 - (Recall #: Z-1945-2018)

Updated on March 25, 2026.

See the recall detail below. You can also see other recalls from the same firm in 2018.

Data Source: FDA.

Product Description:

Symmetry Olsen monopolar forceps: (a) Insulated Potts-Smith Forceps 8" (20.3cm) Serrated Tips, REF 20-2650K, QTY 10 (b) Insulated Bayonet Forceps 8.25" (21.0cm) Serrated 1.5mm Tips, REF 20-2920HK, QTY 10 (c) Insulated Bayonet Forceps 8.5" (21.6cm) Serrated 1.5mm Tips, REF 20-2920K, QTY 10 (d) Insulated Bayonet Forceps 7.5" (19.1cm) 1.5mm Cathedral Tips, REF 20-2960HK, QTY 10

Product Classification:

Class II

Date Initiated: May 11, 2018

Date Posted: June 6, 2018

Recall Number: Z-1945-2018

Event ID: 80080

Reason for Recall:

Products may encroach into the sterile pouch seal thereby increasing the risk of the seal being compromised.

Status: Terminated

Product Quantity: 4,110 devices

Code Information:

all codes

Distribution Pattern:

Worldwide Distribution

Voluntary or Mandated:

Voluntary: Firm initiated